Brenda Sanchez
Chelan,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Support day-to-day program operations with expertise in records management and resource coordination. Skillfully meet diverse needs and address issues to maintain efficiency and program outreach. Demonstrated success in building long-lasting relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
ECEAP Regional Director/Family Support
Yes! For Early Success
Wenatchee, WA
08.2024 - Current
- Served as a mentor to emerging leaders, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth.
- Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
- Visited sites periodically to view service levels and adherence to global service standards.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
- Delivered comprehensive training programs to build highly skilled teams capable of delivering on company goals and objectives.
- Conduct weekly check-ins and monthly assessments with families, tailoring support to meet the unique needs of each caseload.
- Adhere strictly to the Family Support Statement of Work and the ECEAP Performance Standards to guide service delivery.
- Supervising Daycare providers. Making sure they adhere to the ECEAP performance standards and complete weekly, monthly, and yearly deliverables.
Migrant Student Advocate
Lake Chelan School District
Chelan, WA
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Created safe spaces for open dialogue among students, fostering a sense of belonging for all individuals within the school community.
- Served as a liaison between families and school staff, facilitating open communication about student progress, expectations, and concerns.
- Increased graduation rates through proactive monitoring of at-risk students and targeted interventions.
- Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by working closely with school administration to address systemic barriers faced by marginalized populations.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
Migrant Family Advocate
EPIC
East Wenatchee, WA
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Assessed progress towards goals regularly, adjusting service plans accordingly based on family feedback and professional observations.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide personalized guidance on parenting challenges.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational, and task prioritization skills.
- Organized community outreach events, raising awareness about available resources for struggling families.
- Enhanced family support by conducting thorough assessments and identifying specific needs.
- Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development, and education to increase potential.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Coordinated referrals from other agencies, streamlining access to supportive services for clients in need.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Trained new Family Advocates in best practices to ensure consistent service delivery across the organization.
- Connected families with essential services such as housing, healthcare, and education opportunities to improve overall quality of life.
- Enroll children in the migrant program.
- Conducted vision and Hearing Screening/Heights and Weights.
- Keep track of children attendance.
- Plan family nights once a month.
- Answer the phone and reply to emails.
Bilingual Secretary
St. Francis De Sales
Chelan, WA
06.2020 - 03.2021
- handled correspondence, managed office supplies, and maintained an organized workspace.
- Answered phone calls, emails, and inquiries from visitors, members, and the public.
- kept accurate church records, including managing membership databases, attendance records, and financial transactions.
- Handled confidential situations and paperwork including weddings, baptisms and funeral arrangements.
- Assisted in the data entry of church financial information in QuickBooks.
- Received and prepared families/documents/schedule baptisms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Words
- QuickBooks
- Organization
- Punctuality
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork skills
- Communication skills
- Problem Solving
- Empathy
- Self Motivation
- Work Ethic
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ECEAP Regional Director/Family Support
Yes! For Early Success
08.2024 - Current
Migrant Student Advocate
Lake Chelan School District
09.2023 - 10.2024
Migrant Family Advocate
EPIC
02.2021 - 09.2023
Bilingual Secretary
St. Francis De Sales
06.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Central Washington University